Multiple road projects across Grand Junction will impact travel during the week of June 1. Drivers can expect closures, lane shifts, sidewalk detours, and overnight construction work on Patterson Road, D ½ Road, Highway 340, Crosby Avenue, and several other key routes.
Drivers across Grand Junction should prepare for several road closures, lane reductions, and detours during the week of June 1 as city and state transportation projects continue throughout the area.
Major impacts are expected on Crosby Avenue, 25 Road, D ½ Road, Patterson Road, Aspen Street, and several corridors near downtown Grand Junction. Motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time, use alternate routes when possible, and follow all posted traffic control signs.
Crosby Avenue will remain closed between West Main Street and American Way as work continues on the Crosby Avenue Improvements Project.
Business access and local traffic access will be maintained throughout construction.
Construction continues on the Four Canyons Parkway Project with several travel restrictions in place.
25 Road remains closed between Blichmann Avenue and Waite Avenue. In addition, 24 ¾ Road is closed to northbound traffic beginning at Apex Avenue.
Drivers should also expect detours and lane shifts near the intersection of 25 Road and Patterson Road.
The D ½ Road Capacity Improvements Project continues with D ½ Road closed between 29 Road and 30 Road.
Access will remain available for local traffic, but access to and from San Juan Street at D ½ Road is closed. Drivers can reach San Juan Street via 29 ½ Road from D Road.
Detours remain in place throughout the project area.
Several construction projects will affect travel along Patterson Road this week.
At Patterson Road and 28 ½ Road near the entrance to the Grand Junction Recreation Center, the sidewalk along the north side of Patterson Road remains closed between 28 ¼ Road and 28 ¾ Road. Pedestrian detours are in place and will remain throughout the project.
Motorists should also expect lane shifts in the area and may wish to consider alternate routes.
Additional work between 24 ½ Road and 25 ½ Road will result in lane closures and lane shifts for eastbound traffic on Patterson Road. Shoulder closures and lane shifts will also occur at the intersection of Patterson Road and 25 Road.
Aspen Street remains closed between Unaweep Avenue and U.S. Highway 50 as crews continue work on a waterline replacement project.
Detours are posted, and travelers are encouraged to follow all traffic control devices and directions from construction personnel.
Residents with questions about the project can contact the City of Grand Junction at 970-244-1558.
As part of the CIPP Lining Project, overnight lane closures are planned on Patterson Road.
Eastbound and westbound lanes at First Street will experience closures Sunday night. Eastbound traffic at 29 Road will be affected Monday night.
Work will occur between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.
The Colorado Department of Transportation continues work on the Ute and Pitkin Improvements Project east of Third Street.
Drivers should expect:
Business and residential access will remain open, and alley access will continue to be available.
CDOT crews will continue overnight resurfacing work on Highway 340 between Redlands Parkway and Grand Avenue.
Lane closures will affect both eastbound and westbound traffic across the Highway 340 bridge. Work is scheduled overnight from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., Monday through Friday.
Construction continues on the new roundabout at 23 Road and Broadway.
Alcove Drive remains closed at 23 Road, with detours available via Vista Grande Road and Columbine Drive. The closure is expected to remain in place for the duration of the project.
Colorado Highway 340 will remain open in both directions through the work zone with a reduced speed limit of 25 mph.
Sidewalk access will remain available, though pedestrians are encouraged to stay clear of active construction areas.
With multiple projects occurring simultaneously across Grand Junction, drivers should expect delays in several areas throughout the week. City officials encourage residents to slow down in work zones, follow posted detours, and use caution around construction crews.
